1 Argentina:
The erosion results from inadequate flood controls and improper land use practices.
2 Bolivia:
The soil erosion from overgrazing and poor cultivation methods, including slash-and-burn agriculture.
3 Brazil:
There are air and water pollution in Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, and several other large cities.
4 Chile:
The water pollution from raw sewage.
5 Colombia:
The soil damage from overuse of pesticides.
6 Guyana:
The water pollution from sewage and agricultural and industrial chemicals
7 Peru
The pollution of rivers and coastal waters from municipal and mining wastes
8 Suriname:
The deforestation as foreign producers obtain timber concessions.
9 Uruguay
The substantial pollution from Brazilian industry along border.
10 Venezuela
The urban and industrial pollution, especially along the Caribbean coast.